Status:
valid
Authors:
(Oliv. & Hiern) H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 112(1): 244 (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000025921
Common Names
- Brenandendron frondosum
- Frondosum Brenandendron
- Frondosum-Leaved Brenandendron
Synonyms
- Cacalia frondosa Kuntze [unknown]
- Vernonia frondosa Oliv. & Hiern [unknown]
Description
Brenandendron frondosum (also called Frondose Brenandendron, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to North America, and grows in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas. It is an annual plant, growing to a height of 0.3-0.6 m, and has white or pink flower heads.
Uses & Benefits
Brenandendron frondosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also known to attract bees and other pollinators.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Brenandendron frondosum has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Brenandendron frondosum is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a sunny spot in the garden in early spring. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, light soil and should be lightly covered with soil. Water the seeds regularly and keep the soil moist. The plants will grow to a height of about 30 cm and will flower in late summer.
Where to Find Brenandendron frondosum
Brenandendron frondosum is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in countries such as Spain, Portugal, Italy, Greece, and Turkey.
Brenandendron frondosum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brenandendron frondosum?
Brenandendron frondosum
What is the family of Brenandendron frondosum?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Brenandendron frondosum?
Fern-leaf Daisy
Species in the Brenandendron genus
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Abrotanella muscosa,
Abrotanella inconspicua,
Abrotanella trichoachaenia,
Abrotanella caespitosa,
Abrotanella nivigena,
Abrotanella pusilla,
Abrotanella linearifolia,
Abrotanella papuana,
Abrotanella rosulata,
Abrotanella emarginata,
Abrotanella fertilis,
Abrotanella spathulata,
Abrotanella purpurea,
Abrotanella patearoa,
Abrotanella submarginata,
Abrotanella diemii,
Abrotanella scapigera,
Abrotanella forsterioides,
Acamptopappus shockleyi,
Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus,
Acanthocephalus benthamianus,
Acanthocephalus amplexifolius,
Acanthocladium dockeri,
Acanthodesmos distichus,
Acanthodesmos gibarensis,
Acanthospermum humile,
Acanthospermum consobrinum,
Acanthospermum glabratum,
Acanthospermum microcarpum,
Acanthospermum hispidum,
Acanthospermum australe,
Acanthospermum lecocarpoides,
Acanthostyles buniifolius,
Acanthostyles saucechicoensis,
Achillea buiana,
Achillea conrathii,
Achillea cucullata,
Achillea styriaca,
Achillea clavennae,
Achillea cappadocica,
Achillea huber-morathii,
Achillea ptarmicoides,
Achillea sieheana,
Achillea barrelieri,